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• Review referrals for service and discuss with the Family Connections Coordinator to determine family needs; complete subsequent detailed assessments to identify specific goals and objectives (case plans) to meet family need(s).
• Maintain professional case note writing/documentation.
• Visit families on a regular basis (daily or as the schedule outlines) to build supportive, trusting relationships and assist in the family achieving identified needs.
• Provide client/family support for activities such as attending parent teacher interviews, prenatal appointments, grocery shopping, helping children with homework, etc.
• Liaison with other service providers where necessary such as CSSD, Mental Health Services/Counsellors, Behavioral Management Specialist, Lawyers, etc. Provide feedback to service providers in regard to actions taken by client/family to achieve identified goals and participate in meetings to evaluate overall progress of client/family in enhancing their overall health and well-being.
• Maintain confidentially of client information and records in accordance with the policies of the Dept. of Health and Social Development.
• Other duties as required.
• Diploma in Social Work or related discipline or a Human Service Worker Certificate or equivalent training and experience.
• Recognized by community members as being trustworthy, respectful, leading a healthy lifestyle and being a good parent/grandparent.
• Ability to connect with families in their homes and community without judgement.
• Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Bilingual in Inuktitut and English.
- 4% vacation pay with the option to accrue
- Paid sick leave
Department: Health & Social Development
Location: Happy Valley-Goose Bay
Term: Temporary Full-Time (Maternity Leave)
Closing Date: February 17, 2025
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume to careers@nunatsiavut.com.
Applications should be submitted before 4:30 pm on closing day.